How far is Port Alexander, AK from Edna Bay, AK?

The driving distance from Port Alexander, AK to Edna Bay, AK is about 53.4 miles (85.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 25m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 43.2 miles (69.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
53.4 mi
02h 25m
Flight
43.19 mi
69.5 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
43.19 mi
Kilometers
69.5 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
53.4 mi
Kilometers
85.94 km
Drive Time
02h 25m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 25m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Edna Bay
Sat, May 30, 8:19 AM AKDT
Return by in Port Alexander
Sat, May 30, 10:45 AM AKDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Port Alexander
2026-05-30T05:53
Arrive Edna Bay
Sat, May 30, 8:19 AM AKDT
Route Timing
02h 25m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:26 AM to 12:26 PM AKDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:38 PM AKDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Port Alexander
9:30 PM AKDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Whale Pass
AK

Census designated place

From Port Alexander
26.7 mi
01h 12m
To Edna Bay
26.8 mi
01h 12m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
Port Alexander Weather
AK
Live fallback forecast
32°F
Overnight
Using Sitka as the closest live forecast in the Alaska weather hub.

Chance Rain And Snow Showers

Starts
Sat, May 30 5:00 AM AKDT
Wind
5 mph E
Destination
55°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM AKDT
Wind
5 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Port Alexander and Edna Bay.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Port Alexander and Edna Bay.

  1. 1

    Start on North Prince Of Wales Road

    41.8 mi · 1 hr 41 min · North Prince Of Wales Road

  2. 2

    Continue on North Island Road

    11.6 mi · 45 min · North Island Road

  3. 3

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Island Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Port Alexander and Edna Bay.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
3 steps
0 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
5.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Prince Of Wales Road
41.8 mi · 78%
North Island Road
11.6 mi · 22%
Longest Stretch

North Prince Of Wales Road

Start on North Prince Of Wales Road

41.8 mi · 01h 41m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
02h 25m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.2 mi
43.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Whale Pass
01h 12m from Port Alexander
Leave By
1:38 PM AKDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Port Alexander and Showers And Thunderstorms near Edna Bay.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Port Alexander to Edna Bay?

The road trip is about 53.4 miles (85.9 km) and usually takes 02h 25m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Whale Pass is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.7 miles from Port Alexander and 26.8 miles from Edna Bay.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 43.2 miles (69.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:38 PM AKDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.31 one way or $18.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Port Alexander and Showers And Thunderstorms near Edna Bay.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Port Alexander and Edna Bay. Straight-line distance: 43.19 mi (69.5 km).

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#1 Port Alexander

City in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska, United States

Population51
Coordinates56.2497200, -134.6444400
Altitude12
CountryUnited States
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#2 Edna Bay

Census designated place in Alaska, United States

Population41
Coordinates55.9488900, -133.6622200
Altitude3
CountryUnited States
Start: Port Alexander (-134.64444, 56.24972)
End: Edna Bay (-133.66222, 55.94889)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 86 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 46m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 20m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 53m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 39m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.88 gal
7.13 L · about $9.31
Round trip
$18.62
3.76 gal · 14.26 L
Estimated CO2
16.7 kg one way
Round trip: 33.4 kg / 74 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $9.31 $18.62
Mid-grade $5.34 $10.04 $20.07
Premium $5.57 $10.46 $20.93
Diesel $6.37 $11.97 $23.94

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Alaska · May 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Port Alexander and Edna Bay. The current time is 05:53:49.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.